Grounds Person

Haynes is part of a large family of companies, and we pride ourselves on the fact that we can offer solutions to our customers. We believe that people do amazing things and surround ourselves with people who are as committed as us to providing a safe and highly productive working environment for our employees.

Haynes currently have an opportunity for a Grounds Person & Barrier Attendant position to work alongside our client located in Mackay.

Barrier Attendant Role

About the Role:

• Load horses into barriers efficiently within a 2-minute window
• Ensure the safety of jockeys by checking and refitting riding equipment as needed
• Move rails and barriers as required
• Perform various ad-hoc duties as requested

About the Offer:

• Ad-Hoc (Race Days: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat, approx. 25 races yearly),
  • Generally a 5/hr Shift in the week of the race being held.
• Competitive pay rate
• Work with a supportive team in a dynamic environment
• Opportunity to contribute to a well-respected organization

About You:

• Current Drivers Licence & Reliable Transport for Commuting to work
• Valid Rights to Work in Australia
• Physically fit to pass a Pre-Employment Medical & D&A Screening, where required
• Ability to work quickly and under pressure
• Strong awareness and decision-making skills to handle unpredictable horses
• Physical fitness to manage horses and move barriers and rails
• Experience with horses is advantageous but not required

Grounds Person Role

About the Role:

• General ground maintenance tasks such as whipper snipping, patching tracks after race days, rolling divots, and spreading topsoil.
• Operating mowers and other vehicles on site as needed.
• Working autonomously and performing ad-hoc duties as required, usually following race days.
• Maintaining a safe work environment in line with company policies.

About the Offer:

• Ongoing, ad-hoc work, typically following race days.
• Competitive pay rate.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.
• Chance to contribute to a reputable organization.

About You:

• Flexible to working when requested
• Previous groundskeeping experience preferred.
• Physically fit to handle manual tasks, such as spreading topsoil and lifting railings.
• Able to work effectively in hot and humid conditions.
• Must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have reliable transport to and from work.
• Ability to work autonomously and maintain a safe work environment.

At Haynes, we keep things simple: We back the talent of our people and land the jobs that best suit their needs. Secure your future, get in touch with Haynes and cast your net wider.

All applications will be treated with the strictest of confidentiality and only successful candidates will be contacted for interview.

The Haynes Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer.

Shanon Chadwick | Recruitment Coordinator | schadwick@haynespeople.com.au | (07) 4960 2918